Sr Technical Lead Job in Portland 97201, Oregon Us

Our client is seeking a Sr. Technical Lead with experience in implementing demand response and retrofit strategies for commercial buildings to join their Technical Research Group. This group serves the company’s cross-cutting technical needs, focusing on the following key areas: directing and advising research projects, developing and communicating their point of view on key technical issues in industry venues, guiding technical consistency for energy savings calculation techniques, evaluating industry strategies, researching emerging technologies, and technical training for the engineering staff. In this role the Sr. Technical Lead will utilize their knowledge and experience to develop new program platforms and approaches for integrated demand side management.

 

Primary Responsibilities:

·       Develop strategies and assist teams in incorporating platforms and approaches into utility program designs 

·       Lead technical research to support advancement of demand side management approaches

·       Develop calculation methodologies, cost effectiveness, and supporting documentation

·       Train staff and disseminate technical knowledge

·       Participate in thought leadership venues such as conferences or technical advisory groups  

·       Identify and analyze demand reduction and retrofit measures in buildings, including scoping studies/audits, diagnostic techniques, in-depth systems analysis, and demand reduction and energy savings calculations

 

Requirements:

·       Experience with demand side management program research or implementation

·       Market experience facilitating decision-making processes with commercial building owners

·       Understanding of utility priorities and programs

·       High level of proficiency with spreadsheet analysis

·       B.S. in Engineering preferred; individuals with a related technical degree coupled with directly relevant professional experience will be considered 

·       A minimum of 7 years experience in the areas above